Introduction

The audiovisual (AV)  industry’s first college technical training program is now available to students at Northern Virginia Community College (NVCC). This newly developed Career Studies Certificate is available beginning Fall semester 2002. Brought to students via the Internet, the courses provide students a convenient learning platform that allows them the opportunity to learn according to the schedule and location they choose. Students include incumbent workers already in the industry as well as new people seeking training to enter the industry.

The Audiovisual Communications Technology Program - AV Tech Online has risen out of the need to educate the current and future workforce of the AV industry. There is a labor shortage in high tech industries and it is estimated that the United States AV communications workforce will grow by 20,000 to 30,000 new high-wage, high-skill technical jobs each year for the next five years.

The Educational Communications Foundation, Inc.^® and the International Communications Industries Association, Inc.^® has joined Coastline Community College, Dallas County Community College District, Metropolitan Community Colleges, Miami-Dade Community College, Monroe Community College, Northern Virginia Community College and Portland Community College to organize the AV TECH ONLINE Program. The US Department of Education is partially funding the development of this project through the Learning Anywhere, Anytime Program.
 
 

AV Courses

MET 120 - Introduction To Audiovisual Communications Technology (3 semester credits)

Provides an overview of the audiovisual industry and the courses included in the AV TECH ONLINE program. Students who complete the course successfully will be knowledgeable about industry trends, opportunities, and resources that are available to AV technicians. They will be able to identify and describe the basic functions of cabling, interconnections, and system components used in the audio, video, rental and staging, and system integration sectors of the industry. They will also be proficient in using the technology required to take the remaining on-line courses included in the program.
Prerequisite: None.

MET 121 - Audio Technology (3 semester credits)

Provides students with a working knowledge of how to install and terminate audio cabling, distinguish between types of audio signals, recognize appropriate audio equipment, install audio components, verify audio system operation, operate audio systems, and complete appropriate documentation. Integrated systems and rental and staging applications are included.
Prerequisite: Introduction  to Audiovisual Communications Technology.

MET 122 - Video Technology (3 semester credits)

Provides students with a working knowledge of how to install and terminate video cabling, distinguish between types of video signals, recognize appropriate video equipment, install video components, verify video system operation, operate video systems, and complete appropriate documentation. Integrated systems and rental and staging applications are included. Prerequisite: Introduction To Audiovisual Communications Technology.

MET 220 - Integrated AV Systems I (3 semester credits)

Introduces advanced technologies in the areas of control and display systems. Provides students with the skills required for installing and uninstalling equipment on a project basis. Topics include installation, troubleshooting, documentation, written and oral communication skills, interpersonal skills, customer service skills, teamwork, time management, labor management, and safety codes. Presents examples of project management in various environments.
Prerequisite:  Introduction To Audiovisual Communications Technology, Audio Technology, Video Technology, Computer Applications, and Computer Networks.

MET 221 - Integrated AV Systems II (3 semester credits)

Introduces advanced technologies in the areas of display systems, audio and videoconferencing, lighting, RF systems, and home theater. Requires the student to stage a presentation, both on paper and in the field, in partnership with industry experts. Prerequisite: Introduction To Audiovisual Communications Technology, Audio Technology, Video Technology, Computer Applications, Computer Networks, and Integrated AV Systems I.

Support Courses

ETR 158 - Electronic Circuits for Computers (4 semester credits)
This course will be available on-line and will be the equivalent of the colleges’ classroom version.

IST 117 - Introduction to Microcomputer Software (3 semester credits)
This course will be available on-line and will be the equivalent of the colleges’ classroom version.

IST 200 - Local Area Networks (3 semester credits)
This course will be available on-line and will be the equivalent of the colleges’ classroom version.

ENG 111 - College Composition I (3 semesters credits)
This course will be available on-line and will be the equivalent of the colleges’ classroom version.
 

Suggested Course Sequence for AV TECH ONLINE Curriculum
 

AV Courses	Support Courses
Introduction to Audiovisual Communications Technology	Electronic Circuits for Computers
Audio Technology	Introduction to Microcomputer Software
Video Technology	Introduction to Local Area Networks
Integrated AV Systems I	College Composition I
Integrated AV Systems II

PROGRAM  AND  REGISTRATION  INFORMATION

Academic Terms

Term 7        August 26, 2002 - December 6, 2002
Term 8        October 21, 2002 - March 14, 2003
Term 9        January 21, 2003 - May 3, 2003
Term 10      March 18, 2003 - June 28, 2003
Term 11      July 8, 2003 - October 19, 2003
Term 12      August 26, 2003 - December 6, 2003
Term 13      October 21, 2003 - March 14, 2004

NVCC  TUITION  RATES
(subject to change)

Virginia Residents
$52.71 per credit hour

Out-of-State Students
$198.64 per credit hour
 
 

Visit the AV TECH ONLINE web site at www.avtechonline.orgfor more information on admissions, registration, tuition, and schedule of classes or check in the NVCC Schedule of Classes.

For More Information:

Contact Dan Alford at Northern Virginia Community College

mailto:dalford@nvcc.edu

Last update 12/16/02

Dalford@nvcc.edu